Suggested packing list - Europe - Winter

Last Updated: Nov. 18, 2009

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1. hi!! im going for the European Inspirational tour starting 14th dec 2009??

   is anyone else here who’ll be there??

   anyone who has already and can advice??

   Rhea posted 23 days ago Flag as Inappropriate

2. hey torz and fi_aussie! Im planning on doin the discovery in Jan but unsure on the date yet. Any one else keen around the first week of January please email on sahilwadhwa@hotmail.com. Im travelling solo and would be nice to know someone before i jump onto the bus :)

   inkiwizitive posted on Oct. 10, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

3. Why would anyone need shorts over winter?
   I’m going on the 19 day inspirations tour at the start of Jan…
   I need to pack as little as possible…ideas?

   Annie84 posted on Sep. 23, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

4. Anyone going on the Europe Discovery (12days) on 17th December?

   Explorer1151551 posted on Sep. 21, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

5. Anyone going to euro discovery on November the 8th/09?!

   Explorer1149606 posted on Sep. 15, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

6. Is anyone here coming on the European Encounter 16 day tour leaving on the 18th December 2009 ?
   Im from Australia travelling by myself..bit worried ! :)

   Katie posted on Sep. 10, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

7. My sister and I are going on the European Discovery on January 2nd. Anyone else booked for that time?

   Fi_aussie09 posted on Jul. 18, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

8. Is anyone going on the Great Britain tour Feb 4th or the London Explorer anytime in Feb? And where can we buy those stylish looking raincoats/waterproof coats from?

   Aussie girl with English heart posted on Jul. 14, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

9. anyone going on the european discovery in january 2010???

   torz posted on Jun. 21, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

10. Anyone done European Encounter or anyone going on the European Encounter tour in January 2010?

    DaneKL posted on Jun. 18, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

11. i did a winter tour over January, so let me give you all a bit of personal advice:
    THERMALS, THERMALS, THERMALS – i would suggest two thermal tops and two thermal bottoms. most decent ones are quick drying so you can wash them easily and thats really the only clothing that needs to get washed regularly while you are away then. And they make such a difference! So worth the money!!!!!
    A dress, seriously, the clubs etc are as hot as anywhere else in summer, they pump up the air con so you can just where a decent coat to get there and back
    - I know raincoats are rather primary school attire but go for one of those weather proof jackets (protective of wind as well). Be realistic – it will rain, snow and you will freeze your butt off no matter how many layers you have on. You can actually get some stylish ones as well – at least until you get the hood out lol but very hand when it starts pouring and it just adds to the fun as well. plus who really wants to hold an umbrella when it is that cold.

    Explorer1113130 posted on Jun. 13, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

12. sorry, not October 3rd but October 9th…not like that makes a huge differene hahaha.

    Danielle posted on Mar. 25, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

13. I’m going on the European Encounter starting on October 3, 2009 – is that considered winter or summer???

    Danielle posted on Mar. 23, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

14. Is it likely to be snowing in parts of Europe in late November? I’m going on the Euro. Discovery tour on the 22nd and I’m a shocking packer!

    Country traveller posted on Feb. 07, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

15. Psyched! Going to March 20, 2009 Euro Discovery. Hoping nice Timberland boots, Creative Rec kicks and sandals would do for footwear. As for “smart clothes” in the list above, would most of the places be okay w/ people wearing North Face jackets? I’m hoping I can just bring that along w/ a nice wool sweater to layer with. Thanks in advance.

    Sherwin posted on Jan. 27, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

16. i really don’t want to bother with a rain coat would a nice dress coat be good enough with an umbrella as well?

    explorersam posted on Nov. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

17. Another shoe question – the leather boots turned out to be uncomfortable. So now it is between water resistance sports shoes, or ski boots. Seeing as I can use them again after the tour, I am leaning towards sports shoes, but not sure… perhaps I’ll buy those leather boots in europe!

    CharleyGirl posted on Nov. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

18. It’s between one of these 3 Winter trips in March…European Discovery, European Inspiration, and European Vista! In your opinion which one is the most popular? And which will I see more? They all sound very similar. I’m so excited I can’t wait!

    Adventurous Explorer k5f2 posted on Sep. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

19. im doing the winter wanderer tour starting in feb, and am terrified that i am going to FREEZE. i will be bringing as many warm clothes as i can possibly fit into my bag. i am normally a chronic over-packer, but this trip i am going all out.

    vitesse posted on Sep. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

20. I’m going in winter and was wondering if taking a tramping backpack or suitcase is easiest to travel with? The tour I’m doing uses coaches for travel and we are staying in hotels. Would it make much difference using a backback or suitcase?

    Explorer1111623 posted on Sep. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

21. We’re going the end of September on European Magic. Do you think that summer will still be here?? What’s the Farmer’s almanac say… :o)

    lizabellaandsarahbella posted on Aug. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

22. Im going on a tour October (euro discovery). Im a bit confused on what the weather will be like, should i pack summer and fall-like clothes since the south will be warmer and north colder? How cold is cold? Do i need to bring thick jackets? or light ones will do? how about leather boots?

    FLoi posted on Aug. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

23. Be prepared for all of the above – Europe is a (surprisingly) big place – most tours cover quite a bit of ground and just like it’s not possible to generalize about weather in the US (Feb. in Floria is very different to Feb. in Boston) you can’t generalize about all of Europe – the northern regions are going to be usually colder (sometimes snowing) in Feb/March than the south (Spain, Italy, Sth France).

    mattyvcontiki posted on Aug. 13, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

24. What’s the weather like in Europe in March and April? I’m planning on a trip at that time and not sure if I pack for rain, snow, or sunshine!

    Adventurous Explorer k5f2 posted on Aug. 13, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

25. Leather boots will do the trick…plus they look a lot classier (so you can wear them out, etc) and are probably more comfortable than wellingtons too.

    mattyvcontiki posted on Aug. 09, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

26. How waterproof? Are you talking leather boots, or wellingtons?

    CharleyGirl posted on Aug. 09, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

27. A DRESS FOR WINTER!!! Sounds like a waste of valuable Souvenir space to me!!!

    CherrySA posted on Apr. 17, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

28. Decide what you want to take….and halve it – that’s how much you’ll probably need. If you still have too much, halve it again. You can always pick up clothes and little things you need (or have forgotten) on the road.

    mattyvcontiki posted on Nov. 02, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate